5 New Jersey Lakes You Didn’t Know Were Infested With Snakes

How do you feel about snakes?

Does the sight and thought of them make you recoil? Or does the idea of seeing a snake in its natural habitat excite you?

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Although most snakes in New Jersey are harmless to people, it doesn't stop most of us from getting the heebie jeebies when we see one slithering past us in the wild; whether it's a little garden snake or something bigger, people usually don't like seeing snakes in the wild.

Are There Any Poisonous Snakes In New Jersey?

Yes, there are.

There's specifically one type of poison in Jersey, and it typically likes to keep to itself, hidden away from people.

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It's not very likely you'll ever run into an Eastern Timber Rattlesnake, but if you do, rest assured, it's more afraid of you than you are of it.

What Do You Do If You Get Bitten By A Snake?

Don't panic, you'll want to start seeking immediate medical attention. whether the snake was poisonous or not a bite is a bite and you need to get it checked out.

The New Jersey DEP says that if you ever get bitten by a snake, do not try to draw out any venom, do not apply ice to the wound, and do not apply a tight bandage.

What you should do is wash the wound out with soap and water and start seeking medical attention.

5 NJ Lakes That Are Home To The Most Snakes In The State

If you don't plan on spending much time at the beach this summer, because you're more of a lake person, you'll want to make note that there are several lakes in Jersey that are hotbeds for these slithery reptiles.

Merrill Creek Reservoir, Warren County, NJ

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According to North Jersey, Merrill Creek Reservoir is home to the spotted water snake.

You could also see milk snakes and rough green snakes.

The Manasquan Reservoir, Monmouth County

This is another hot spot for the northern water snake.

And since this is one of Jersey's most popular lakes for visitors, snake sightings are widely reported.

Parvin Lake, Salem County

You could run into ribbon snakes, garter snakes, and the northern water snake while enjoying a day at this popular New Jersey Lake.

Lake Hopatcong, Morris, And Sussex County

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Fun fact: Lake Hoptacong is Jersey's largest manmade lake, and it's home to a variety of Northern Water Snakes.

You could see Woodport and Great Cove Snakes, and according to North Jersey, at one point, someone reported seeing a 16-foot Green Anaconda!

Mullica River, Atlantic, And Bergen County

Due to its location, running through large parts of the Pine Barrens, the Mullica River is home to some wild snake species.

You could see corn snakes, black racers, king snakes, ribbon snakes, and much more.

It's a reptile enthusiast's dream.